readalotwritealot's review
4.0
“If we accept the notion that we are all responsible for the acts of our government, that we are all politically guilty, we need to become more humane toward all around us and learn to forgive others, as well as ourselves.”
I’m going to be honest here. This was an incredibly hard book to read. This is a scary time in our world and revisiting another scary part of history was a bit overwhelming, so even though this published yesterday, it took me an extra day to get my thoughts together.
This book, part memoir, part history, was a slow read because there was so much to take in. I cannot imagine being in Robinson’s shoes and discovering my beloved grandfather’s Nazi history. I think her honesty and insight is something that could benefit us all.
I think it’s always important to hear people’s stories, even the ones you may not like. If you like history and/or memoirs, I recommend reading this one. I know it will sit with me for a long time.
I received an advanced copy in exchange for my review.
I’m going to be honest here. This was an incredibly hard book to read. This is a scary time in our world and revisiting another scary part of history was a bit overwhelming, so even though this published yesterday, it took me an extra day to get my thoughts together.
This book, part memoir, part history, was a slow read because there was so much to take in. I cannot imagine being in Robinson’s shoes and discovering my beloved grandfather’s Nazi history. I think her honesty and insight is something that could benefit us all.
I think it’s always important to hear people’s stories, even the ones you may not like. If you like history and/or memoirs, I recommend reading this one. I know it will sit with me for a long time.
I received an advanced copy in exchange for my review.
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